Damaged 2024

Twenty-five years ago, the skies over Yugoslavia were ripped apart by relentless NATO bombing, scattering waves of contaminated dust infused with depleted uranium, a component found in armour-piercing munitions. However, it was the local civilians who suffered the brunt of the devastation, facing increased cancer-related deaths due to the toxic heavy metal.

The story of one of the worst storms to hit the UK in centuries, when hurricane-strength winds damaged three million trees and 47 people were killed. This documentary examines how, despite the warnings, this violent daytime storm sent shockwaves across Great Britain and how the heroism of everyday people ensured the death toll wasn't higher. It also explores how we have learned to adapt and survive in the decades since to avoid further tragedy in the face of adverse weather

The 20th century has seen some of the largest and most devastating naval battles in history. Warships symbolised a nation's power on the world stage, watched by an awe inspired public and press. However, many of these ocean titans were to become victims of the conflict.